Telecommunications Act Parts 7 and 8 requirements and exemptions
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Parts 7 and 8 of the Telecommunications Act 1997 apply to:...
Internet
The Internet plays an important role in how people learn, communicate, do business and go about their daily lives. We advise the Australian Government about all Australians having access to high-quality, reliable and affordable Internet services.
National Broadband Network
The National Broadband Network (NBN) is giving Australians access to fast internet services. Whether you're planning for NBN to...
Consumer Safeguards Review
The Government is reviewing Australia’s telecommunications consumer safeguards to prepare the framework for a post-2020...
Universal Service Guarantee for...
The Government has announced a new Universal Service Guarantee that will ensure all Australians have access to voice and...
Telecommunication Reform Package
The Australian Government is reforming the telecommunications market to promote competition and to improve access to broadband...
Competition in broadband
The Australian Government has policies to make broadband services more competitive.
International involvement
We promote and support Australia’s domestic agenda and communications priorities at an international level....
Internet governance
Australia’s internet is managed through Australian law, policies and global coordination.
Australia Re-elected to ITU Council
Australia was successfully re-elected to the Council of the International Telecommunication Union at the 2018 Plenipotentiary...
What's new
Internet
The Government is investing $10 million on a new program to deliver practical online safety training for young Australians.
Internet
The Government has announced a new $17 million package to help protect Australian children online.
Internet
The report for the 2018 Regional Telecommunications review is now available.
Policies (Internet)
Online content regulation
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Illegal and offensive online content is regulated through the Online Content Scheme under Schedule 5 and 7 of the Broadcasting Services Act 1992 through a complaints-based mechanism. The Scheme is designed to protect consumers, particularly children, from exposure to inappropriate or harmful material....
Telecommunications in new developments
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Did you know that checking what telecommunications infrastructure is available is an important step before buying or building your new home?
We are seeking feedback on a draft Online Safety Charter, which sets out the Government’s expectations for technology firms to help keep children safe online.